I Found Mold In My Home! What Do I Do?

The menu is planned. Your gift list is almost complete. The guest rooms are prepped and ready for visitors… but wait—what are those spots on the wall? 

Nothing takes the “ho, ho, ho” out of your holiday season like discovering mold in your home when company is scheduled to arrive soon. Not only is mold ugly to look at (and sometimes unpleasant to smell) but it may be potentially harmful for friends and family with allergies or other chronic health problems. 

Before you go into full-on panic mode, follow these three simple dos and don’ts to ensure your festive gatherings stay free of uninvited mold growth.

1. DON’T make a big problem bigger.

You have been tidying up for weeks already to make sure everything looks merry and bright for your houseguests. What’s one more mess to clean, right? Wrong. 

In the majority of cases, mold growth in the home is not a simple DIY job, so don’t try to tackle mold growth on your own. While great at getting rid of dirt and grime, most common household cleansers (including bleach) are not effective at remediating mold—and will often make the problem worse. The best solution is to contact a professional mold remediation company to ensure the problem is handled correctly. 

2. DON’T ignore the problem, either. 

With all the menu planning, cleaning, and preparation happening as you get ready for holiday hosting, you may be tempted to toss your newly found mold growth issue in your after-the-new-year problem bucket. However, there are two very big reasons why you should not ignore the problem. 

• First, if the mold growth has gotten to the point where it is visible to you—for example on the walls, ceiling, or carpet—that means the mold has been around for a while already and may also be lurking in places that are not visible, such as behind walls and beneath flooring. 

• Second, because mold grows quickly (often within 24 to 48 hours), letting the problem persist for another few weeks could mean an even larger mold remediation project in your future. 

So, what’s the next logical step?

3. DO call a professional to assess the problem.

Even if the area affected by mold growth is relatively small and you think there may be a chance you can take care of it on your own, do yourself a favor and call a mold remediation specialist first. 

In most cases, a technician will come to your home for a free consultation to help you determine what type of mold you have, how extensive the damage may be, and the best strategy for removal and remediation. 

If it does turn out to be a DIY job, an experienced mold removal team will tell you exactly what to do and which products to use. But, if professional remediation is required, they can get to work quickly to ensure your holiday plans are not thwarted by mold growth. 

Give yourself the gift of peace of mind.

One of the best parts of celebrating the holiday season is getting to spend time with our loved ones—which is why it is so important to make sure your home is free of harmful mold. If ignored or left untreated, certain types of mold can impact indoor air quality and may cause breathing problems and allergic reactions in people and pets. It can also create an unpleasant smell indoors. 

If you find evidence of mold growth while preparing your house for out-of-town guests, contact CT Mold Pros immediately. Our trained and certified specialists will assess the scope and severity of the problem and help you determine the best course of action. 

Call (203) 920-0265 today for a free estimate or fill out this short form with your message to schedule an appointment.